Convert Metric horsepower to Horsepower (mechanical)

One PS equals 0.9863200706 hp. This converter allows you to easily convert between Metric horsepower and Horsepower (mechanical) in real time.

Formula

PS × 0.9863200706 = hp

Example: 1 PS = 0.9863200706 hp

What is Metric horsepower?

Metric horsepower (PS) is defined as the power to lift 75 kilograms by one meter in one second, equal to approximately 735.5 watts. The abbreviation comes from the German "Pferdestärke" (horse strength). It is the standard unit for automotive power in Japan, Germany, and much of continental Europe. Japanese car specifications typically list maximum output in PS. One PS is slightly less than one mechanical horsepower (hp).

What is Horsepower (mechanical)?

Horsepower is a unit of power devised by James Watt to compare steam engine performance to the work of draft horses. One mechanical horsepower equals approximately 745.7 watts. Car engine output is commonly described in horsepower, with typical passenger cars producing 100 to 200 hp and sports cars 300 to 600 hp. In the United States, horsepower remains the standard measure for engine power, vehicle performance, and industrial motor ratings.